🇬🇧 Belfast, United Kingdom
Malmaison
📍 Belfast, United Kingdom
Dein Aufenthalt — Malmaison
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Das Eigentum — Malmaison
Malmaison Belfast occupies a converted Victorian bond warehouse on the River Lagan, so the lobby feels like a dark, industrial-chic bar with exposed brick, low lighting, and a heavy scent of leather and wine. Rooms are compact but moody, with deep purple and charcoal tones, large beds, and solid blackout curtains. It suits couples or solo travellers who want a stylish, central base within stumbling distance of the Cathedral Quarter, but not families or anyone needing a quiet, bright room.
Chroniken von Belfast
Belfast grew rapidly in the 19th century as a linen and shipbuilding powerhouse, with its grid of red-brick streets and grand Victorian civic buildings laid out across flat, reclaimed land. The 1960s and the Troubles left a landscape of peace walls, murals, and staggered regeneration, but since the Good Friday Agreement, the city centre has filled with glass-fronted bars, modern art venues, and the Titanic Quarter’s shiny museum. Its contemporary identity is proudly working class, fiercely literary, and increasingly food-focused, though sectarian geography still underpins daily life.
Beste Zeit zu besuchen
Vollständiger Belfast-Guide →Die besten Monate
May and September: mild, dry spells, long daylight, fewer cruise-ship crowds than July.
Peak / Festival Surge
Peak is July and August, driven by city breaks and the Belsonic music festival in August. Hotel prices at Malmaison rise 30–50% above shoulder rates, and rooms sell out weeks ahead.
Budget Schulter Saison
April and October offer 15–25% discounts, decent weather (especially April), and quieter streets. October still sees some sun and the Belfast International Arts Festival.
Wetter & Verpackung
Belfast’s weather is famously fickle: four seasons can hit in one day, with sudden rain squalls off the lough. Pack a waterproof layer you can wear over a t-shirt, and always bring a compact umbrella, no matter the forecast.
Live City Briefing veröffentlicht — Belfast
- Belfast’s new Grand Central Station opened in late 2025, replacing the Europa and Great Victoria Street stops; it’s a 10-minute walk from Malmaison and serves both trains and long-distance buses.
- The MAC arts centre in Cathedral Quarter has reopened after a major refurb, with a new café and expanded gallery space.
- Several food vendors at the St George’s Market (Saturday/Sunday) have changed, including a new Korean fried chicken stall – worth checking for lunch.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Malmaison, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Ask for a room on the upper floors (4th or 5th) overlooking the inner courtyard or the rear of the building. These are quieter and have more natural light.
Rooms to avoid
Steer clear of rooms facing the front of the hotel (towards the main road or the adjacent nightclub) and any room directly above the ground-floor bar or kitchen.
Best views
A corner room on the 5th floor with a view across the city rooftops towards the river Lagan.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 and 5 are generally quietest, as they are furthest from street-level noise and the bar area.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel is in a converted Victorian warehouse on a busy commercial street near the Cathedral Quarter. Expect street noise from traffic and nearby pubs until late on Friday and Saturday nights. The ground-floor bar can be lively. Ask for a courtyard-facing room if you need quiet sleep.
Insider tips
Request a room on the 5th floor, back side, and specifically ask for one that isn't above the bar. Weeknights are much quieter than weekends. If you're a light sleeper, bring earplugs or consider a room at a chain hotel on a quieter street.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Einrichtungen — Malmaison
Free for all guests; speeds around 15–20 Mbps; login via room number and surname
One lift serves all 3 floors; no stairs-only sections
No physical papers; free access to PressReader via hotel iPads in lounge
Standard check-in from 15:00; early bag-drop allowed from 12:00; late check-out until 13:00 costs £15, until 15:00 £30
Free for same-day collection only; no overnight storage
Step-free entry via ramp; one adapted room on ground floor; lift to all floors; no hearing-loop or braille menus
No on-site parking; nearest public car park at CastleCourt (2-minute walk) costs £12 for 24 hours; no EV charging on property
Gebühren, Steuern & Einlagen
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking; £50 incidental hold on debit/credit card at check-in
Faith & Diät in der Nähe
- Church: Great Victoria Street Baptist Church (395 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Maranatha Gospel Hall (523 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Sandy Row Methodist Church (547 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: St Mary's Church (548 m · ~7 min walk)
Lokaler Lebensstil & Erholung
Great Northern Mall — 237 m · ~3 min walk
Belfast City Hall Grounds — 422 m · ~5 min walk
Royal Ulster Rifles Museum — 954 m · ~12 min walk
Grand Opera House — 102 m · ~1 min walk
Sandy Row Community Gardens — 769 m · ~10 min walk
5 Minuten Radius Essentials
Nearest — 164 m · ~2 min walk
Boots — 226 m · ~3 min walk
Centra — 86 m · ~1 min walk
Belfast Grand Central Station — 377 m · ~5 min walk
Geld & Währung
Get a travel card →Pound Sterling, GBP
Use ATMs for direct debit; avoid exchange bureaus at airports or tourist spots—poor rates and fees.
Contactless cards accepted almost everywhere; mobile pay common; cash needed only for small traders or tips.
Not expected but appreciated: round up taxi fare, leave 10% in restaurants if service was good, £1-2 per bag for hotel porters.
Essen, Einkaufen und Reisen auf einem Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee from a cafe or bakery at around £2.50-3.00.
Soup or sandwich meal deal from a supermarket or deli for £5-7.
Pub main like fish and chips or burger for about £12-15.
No dedicated street food area; grab cheap eats from city centre food courts or market stalls on weekends.
Tesco, Sainsbury's, Lidl, and Iceland are common budget supermarkets in this area.
Primark and charity shops are the cheapest; avoid boutique districts.
Day pass on Translink buses for about £4; from the airport take the 300A bus to city centre for £8 single.
Walk or bus — taxis add up; eat lunch specials instead of dinner; buy groceries for breakfast and snacks rather than cafés.
Gut zu wissen — Belfast
Type G · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ £0.75 · GBP
Emergency Contacts
BelfastIn Belfast, UK, dial 999 for all emergency services (police, ambulance, fire). For non-emergencies, contact the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) on 101. EU citizens can also use 112 as an alternative emergency number.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Belfast, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Malmaison
🕒 Check-in is from 15:00. Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 164 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Boots — 226 m · ~3 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Umher zu kommen
Find train tickets →Donegall Street (outside hotel) → City centre & suburbs
💡 Best for local exploration. Day Ticket (£4.50) covers all buses. Services run frequently on main routes. Night buses available select routes until 02:00.
Belfast Central Station (adjacent to hotel) → City exploration & suburbs
💡 Hotel is directly above Belfast Central Station. Perfect for day trips to Bangor and Larne. Buy Travelcards for unlimited local travel.
Belfast International Airport (BFS) → Travelodge Belfast Central, Donegall Street
💡 Book pre-arranged airport taxi through hotel concierge for better rates. Uber also operates in Belfast with slightly lower fares during off-peak hours.
Belfast International Airport → Europa Bus Centre (5-min walk from hotel)
💡 Most economical option. Buy online at translink.co.uk for discounts. Single journey ticket valid for local buses within 1 hour.
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What are the best rooms at Malmaison?
Ask for a room on the upper floors (4th or 5th) overlooking the inner courtyard or the rear of the building. These are quieter and have more natural light.
Which rooms should I avoid at Malmaison?
Steer clear of rooms facing the front of the hotel (towards the main road or the adjacent nightclub) and any room directly above the ground-floor bar or kitchen.
Is Malmaison noisy?
The hotel is in a converted Victorian warehouse on a busy commercial street near the Cathedral Quarter. Expect street noise from traffic and nearby pubs until late on Friday and Saturday nights. The ground-floor bar can be lively. Ask for a courtyard-facing room if you need quiet sleep.
Which rooms have the best views at Malmaison?
A corner room on the 5th floor with a view across the city rooftops towards the river Lagan.
What are insider tips for staying at Malmaison?
Request a room on the 5th floor, back side, and specifically ask for one that isn't above the bar. Weeknights are much quieter than weekends. If you're a light sleeper, bring earplugs or consider a room at a chain hotel on a quieter street.
What time is check-in at Malmaison?
Check-in at Malmaison is from 15:00. Check-out is by 11:00.
Does Malmaison have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests; speeds around 15–20 Mbps; login via room number and surname
Is there a city or tourist tax at Malmaison?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Malmaison?
Soup or sandwich meal deal from a supermarket or deli for £5-7.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Malmaison?
Day pass on Translink buses for about £4; from the airport take the 300A bus to city centre for £8 single.
When is the best time to visit Belfast?
May and September: mild, dry spells, long daylight, fewer cruise-ship crowds than July.
Top-Attraktionen in Belfast
💡 Free 45-minute guided tours run weekdays at 11:00 and 14:00, weekends at 14:00 and 15:00; booking not required, just show up at the main entrance.
💡 Visit on a weekday morning to avoid school groups; the rooftop garden is open April–September and gives good views of the city.
💡 The Palm House is free and warm, good for a rainy day; look for the banana plants and giant water lilies.
💡 Entry costs £12 (or £10 online), but students and seniors get £1 off; the self-guided audio tour includes prison stories from former inmates.
💡 Entry is £20–£23, but book online at least a week ahead for £12.50 weekday slots; arrive just before 10:00 to beat queues.